61856 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 61856 (Monticello, Illinois) pay a median of $3,586/year in property taxes on homes valued at $214,500. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.67%, which is 11% below the Illinois state average of 1.88%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 61856 is approximately $299, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Piatt County.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Illinois, 61856 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 62370 (1.67%) and 62480 (1.67%).

In Monticello, property taxes represent approximately 3.8% of the median household income of $94,841, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Illinois law caps annual assessed value growth at 7%, but your home is reassessed to market value upon purchase, potentially increasing your tax bill significantly. Piatt County offers a General Homestead Exemption of $10,000 off assessed value — file this application with the Piatt County Assessor's office within one year of purchase to lock in savings. Contact the Piatt County Assessor immediately after closing to confirm your exemption filing deadline and obtain your Property Tax Appeal deadline, typically 30 days from your assessment notice.